2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Expedition | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Expedition | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |